Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to present the Union Budget for the financial year 2026–27 (FY27) in the Lok Sabha on Sunday, February 1, marking a rare instance of the Budget being presented on a Sunday. The Budget speech is keenly watched by households, businesses and financial markets as it outlines key policy measures, possible tax changes, and signals on economic growth and inflation.
Here is a complete guide on the timing, venue and platforms to watch the Union Budget 2026 speech live.
When will the Union Budget 2026 be presented?
The Union Budget 2026 will be presented on Sunday, February 1, 2026. The Budget speech will begin at 11 am IST. Sitharaman will present the Budget in the Lok Sabha, and the speech is expected to last around 60 to 90 minutes.
Where will the Budget speech take place?
The Budget will be presented in the Lok Sabha at Parliament House in New Delhi. After the speech, the Budget documents will be laid before both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha.
Where to watch the Union Budget 2026 speech live on TV
Viewers can watch the Budget speech live on television on Doordarshan and Sansad TV. The live telecast is expected to begin shortly before the Finance Minister starts her address.
Where to watch the Union Budget 2026 speech live online
The Budget speech will also be streamed live online from 11 am on multiple official platforms, including Sansad TV’s YouTube channel, PIB India’s YouTube channel, the official Union Budget website (indiabudget.gov.in), and other government portals.
These platforms will provide uninterrupted live coverage of the Finance Minister’s speech and access to Budget documents once they are released.